Tennessee Senate Bill SJR0166

Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/2/23
• Engrossed: 3/6/23
• Enrolled: 3/14/23
• Passed: 3/20/23

Caption

A RESOLUTION to confirm the appointment of Doran Johnson to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Southern.

Impact

The resolution does not create new laws or alter existing statutes but reinforces the established process for appointing advisory board members within the university system. By confirming Mr. Johnson, the resolution aims to ensure that the board is composed of qualified and experienced individuals to guide the governance of the University of Tennessee Southern.

Summary

SJR0166 is a Senate Joint Resolution that confirms the appointment of Doran Johnson to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Southern. The resolution is a procedural step required by state law, specifically Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 49-9-501, which mandates that appointees to advisory boards of the University of Tennessee be confirmed by the General Assembly. Governor Bill Lee nominated Doran Johnson for this role, and his term will last until June 30, 2025.

Contention

There do not appear to be notable points of contention regarding the appointment of Doran Johnson to the advisory board, as the resolution passed unanimously in a floor vote, indicating bipartisan support. This lack of opposition may suggest a consensus on the suitability of Mr. Johnson's qualifications and the importance of the advisory board's role in advancing the university's objectives.